Associate Telecommunications Engineer

Job Description And Duties Are you looking for an exciting and fast-paced career? Join the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and be part of an organization that serves as a leader in emergency management and homeland security through dedicated service to all. We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our team. If you are interested in a challenging opportunity in a high-energy, team-oriented environment, you are encouraged to apply.

The Public Safety Communications (PSC), Engineering Services Section, Multi-Protocol Label Switch (MPLS) Unit is responsible for a wide array of engineering activities and services related to the design, building, and maintenance of the public safety communications systems engineering for the California Public Safety Microwave Network (CAPSNET) system. Under direction of a Senior Telecommunications Engineer, the position ensures engineering services for CAPSNET meet the critical operational requirements of the state.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Working Conditions

Hybrid Telework: This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule. Additional in office days may be required based on the business need.

DMV Pull Program: Participation in the DMV Pull Program is required. The position(s) require(s) a valid Driver’s License (DL). You must answer the questions addressing your DL on your application. Ensure you provide your DL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.

Conflict of Interest (COI): This position is designated under the Conflict of Interest Code and is required to complete Form 700 within 30 days of appointment. Failure to comply with the Conflict of Interest Code requirements may void the appointment.

Department Information

The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture by hiring and retaining individuals from a variety of backgrounds and personal experiences. Our employees are empowered with the tools and resources necessary to meet our mission, while continuing to expand equity and inclusion efforts at all levels of the organization. We are committed to the spirit and work required to ensure the safety and resilience of every community in California.

The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is an emergency response, homeland security, and disaster recovery agency and as a result, is a dynamic and exciting place to work in a team-oriented environment. Cal OES provides training to enhance the understanding of emergency and incident management to all employees.

The Public Safety Communications (PSC) Technical Services Branch provides a variety of services to PSC and the public safety agencies it serves. The Branch oversees the California Public Safety Microwave Network (CAPSNET), licensing of public safety radio spectrum with the FCC, and a host of ancillary services that support PSC’s service delivery.

In the event of an emergency, employees may be contacted and requested to report to work in the event of an emergency. This contact may be outside of your normal working hours (evenings/nights, weekends, and holidays). This service may require irregular work hours, work locations other than the official duty location, and may include duties other than those specified in your official position description. Travel requirements in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature (weeks to months), with little advance notice, and you may be required to relocate to emergency sites.

More information may be found here: Public Safety Communications | California Governor's Office of Emergency Services

Department Website: http://www.caloes.ca.gov

Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

Educational Background:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, or a closely related field; equivalent directly related experience may be substituted for formal education.
• Relevant industry certifications supporting network design, implementation, and operations.
• Experience directly related to the position in lieu of an engineering degree.

Communication Skills:

• Communicate technical concepts clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Work closely with cross-functional technical teams to troubleshoot, coordinate, and resolve complex system and network issues.

Analytical Skills:

• Apply strong analytical and problem-solving skills to evaluate conditions, identify root causes, and implement timely solutions.

Technical Skills:

• Design, architect, and implement large-scale IP/MPLS networks supporting mission-critical and public safety communications environments.
• Experience configuring and supporting Juniper switches and firewalls.
• Evaluate new technologies and recommend scalable solutions aligned with operational and business requirements.
• Hands-on experience in a lab environment, including interconnecting MPLS equipment with microwave and legacy systems for testing and validation.
• Expert knowledge of BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, MPLS, VRFs/VPRNs, QoS, and traffic engineering principles.
• Familiarity with scripting, database concepts, and automation tools to streamline configuration, monitoring, and reporting tasks.
• Lead evaluation, testing, and validation of new network hardware and software to ensure seamless integration into existing infrastructure.
• Extensive experience utilizing network monitoring and management platforms, including Nokia NSP, SolarWinds, and Splunk, for performance analysis, troubleshooting, and operational support.

Benefits Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Cal OES employees are eligible for a number of benefits and working for us is a great opportunity to join a committed team. Benefits include but are not limited to the following:

• Free Parking
• Electric Carport
• Excellent CalPERS state pension plan
• 401(k) and 457(b) Plans
• Flexible Schedules
• Generous paid time off
• Health, dental & vision insurance for the employee or the employee's family
• Investment in careers development